PARCC has now released mathematics performance-based practice tests for all grade levels in obth computer-based format and as PDFs to print. It also includes the large print versions, as well as other accommodations. Check them out here: Math Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/math/ ELA Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/english/ Additional Accommodated Practice Tests will be available soon. This is the release schedule:
PRACTICE TEST VERSION
ANTICIPATED RELEASE
DATE: Math
Performance-based Assessment
ANTICIPATED RELEASE
DATE: ELA
End-of-Year
Online
January 26, 2015
Week of February 2, 2015
Paper
January 26, 2015
Week of February 2, 2015
Large Print
January 26, 2015
Week of February 2, 2015
Screen Reader Accessible
Mid-March
(Any required tactile graphics will be available mid-April)
Early March
(Any required tactile graphics will be available mid-April)
Braille Ready File
Mid-March: Grades 4 & 7, Algebra I
Mid-April: Remaining grades
Mid-April
Spanish Translation
Early to Mid-February
N/A
February 12, 2015
In four weeks our first PBA window will open. Manuals and training videos/tutorials are available here: http://parcc.pearson.com/manuals-training/
The administration manual link is near the top of the page. You will need to scroll down toward the bottom of the screen and select “Test Administrators” to see the available tutorials.
You will need to register once to access the materials.
The regular testing window starts in less than two weeks! Here are some resources to assist you in preparing for the PBA! PARCC Make-Up Testing Directions for Computer-Based Testing
The directions for computerized make-up testing have been posted on Avocet. You can find them here.
PARCC Student Log-out Procedures
We have received several questions about the log out procedures for students in TestNav. This document (with screenshots) will hopefully provide more clarification.
PARCC Highlighter and Stray Marks Guidance
PARCC has released a document to provide guidance on the use of highlighters and other marks on the PARCC paper tests. This document can be found here.
PARCC Technology Bulletin
The most recent PARCC Technology Bulletin can be found here.
PARCC Communication Plan
We have created a communication plan to address your needs in the most efficient way possible. It lists various topics and provides resources and contact information to get the assistance you need. You can find this plan here.
February 5, 2015
PARCC has now released mathematics performance-based practice tests for all grade levels in obth computer-based format and as PDFs to print. It also includes the large print versions, as well as other accommodations.
Check them out here:
Math Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/math/
ELA Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/english/
Additional Accommodated Practice Tests will be available soon. This is the release schedule:
DATE: Math
Performance-based Assessment
DATE: ELA
End-of-Year
(Any required tactile graphics will be available mid-April)
(Any required tactile graphics will be available mid-April)
Mid-April: Remaining grades
February 12, 2015
In four weeks our first PBA window will open. Manuals and training videos/tutorials are available here: http://parcc.pearson.com/manuals-training/The administration manual link is near the top of the page. You will need to scroll down toward the bottom of the screen and select “Test Administrators” to see the available tutorials.
You will need to register once to access the materials.
Math Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/math/
ELA Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/english/
February 26, 2015
The regular testing window starts in less than two weeks! Here are some resources to assist you in preparing for the PBA!PARCC Make-Up Testing Directions for Computer-Based Testing
The directions for computerized make-up testing have been posted on Avocet. You can find them here.
PARCC Student Log-out Procedures
We have received several questions about the log out procedures for students in TestNav. This document (with screenshots) will hopefully provide more clarification.
PARCC Highlighter and Stray Marks Guidance
PARCC has released a document to provide guidance on the use of highlighters and other marks on the PARCC paper tests. This document can be found here.
PARCC Technology Bulletin
The most recent PARCC Technology Bulletin can be found here.
PARCC Communication Plan
We have created a communication plan to address your needs in the most efficient way possible. It lists various topics and provides resources and contact information to get the assistance you need. You can find this plan here.
Additional Resources
Math Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/math/
ELA Practice Tests: http://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/english/